Speaker cables are wire arrangements used for conducting electrical current from amplifiers to home theater speakers and loudspeakers. They usually have a rating of 10 to 16 AWG (Average Wire Gauge). They come in different lengths from 10 to 500 feet.
Types Of Speaker Cables
Kinds of Speaker Cables include the following:
Standard speaker cables
Standard speaker cables are used for out-of-the-wall loudspeaker connections.
They come with different speaker cable terminations like spade lugs, pins, and banana plugs for easy connection and close connector contact.
They have a rating of 10 to 16 AWG (Average Wire Gauge).
They come in 10- to 100-foot lengths or longer.
In-wall speaker cables
In-wall speaker cables are premise-wiring-rated cables installed within a building’s walls.
Their wires are usually made of extremely flexible and kink-free 99.9% pure copper.
They are covered with flame-resistant PVC jackets.
The conductors are color-coded for easy identification.
Choosing Speaker Cables (Buying Tips)
Length: Look for a 50-foot long cable speaker cable when connecting to either side of your loudspeakers. However, if you have a home theater system with speakers spread out around your living room, look for longer speaker cables. Seal of approval: Only choose speaker cables that comply with the safety regulations of the National Electric Code to ensure their quality and durability.
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